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things macroeconomic, Wurm’s research topics vary widely, but a recurring theme appears to be the effect of local developments on larger economies, and vice versa. “Personally, I don’t see much value in theory for theory’s sake,” Wurm concludes. “The objective is always policy relevance.” Zach Powers '10 Zach Powers '10 worked as PLU's media and content manager until April 2017. He holds a Master of Public Administration from The Evergreen State College and previously served as the director of

quickly realizing it wasn’t a good fit, she struggled to find a landing spot. She quickly learned that her next choice, chemistry, wasn’t in the cards either. Then, with the help of Hames’ class, she discovered the depth and breadth of global studies. Public health quickly rose to the top of her interests within the field. She plans to continue exploring that topic on a global scale through study away. She’s considering enrolling in the semester Gateway program in Oaxaca, Mexico. “This definitely

Delete Dance Academic Programs all programs program website Dance Undergraduate Minor College of Professional Studies Meet the Faculty Visit About PLU offers a Dance minor within the Department of Theatre & Dance under the College of Professional Studies. Students of all technical dance levels and dance backgrounds are welcome to pursue the program. PLU’s dance minor provides unique opportunities in performance, choreography, dance history, production, and dance technique —including contemporary

that Norway is changing. Claudia BergusonAssociate Professor of Norwegian and Nordic Studies In the time since Bjug Harstad and many Norwegian immigrants came to the Pacific Northwest, Norway has grown to be a wealthy country active in its humanitarian roles facilitating peacebuilding, contributing to global development goals and searching for ways to identify itself in a multicultural, diverse 21st century. It is a process not without its growing pains, but a process we can learn a great deal from

Studies major Natalie Burton graduated magna cum laude from PLU in 2013, but she might have taken her most high-profile class just this year: an “Up Close With the Masters” session with Vladimir Feltsman, one of the best-known concert pianists in the world. “Up Close with the Masters” classes are intimate work sessions put on by Portland Piano International each season in concert with its recitals. Offered to the public, for free, the classes provide young musicians an opportunity to see and hear a

, care and empowerment for generations to come!” Lindsey Paxton ’07: Alumna “I was never able to take an official Women’s Studies class because of my class schedules. Through the Women’s Center, I connected with other students and staff who were interested in making life better for women and men. I always think of my time at the Women’s Center as the place where I earned my extracurricular minor in Women’s Studies by osmosis. I met so many great people while hanging out in the cozy little house, and

Science Thursday, May 9th from 3:45-5pm Rieke 109 View the capstone schedule here. Environmental Studies Monday, May 20th from 2 – 6pm Rieke 103B View the capstone schedule here. Mathematics Friday, May 3rd from 1-4pm Morken 214 and Morken 216 View the capstone schedule here. Physics Monday, May 6th from 2-4pm Rieke 103B View the capstone schedule here.  Psychology Thursday, May 16th from 4:30 – 6:30pm CK Hall View the capstone schedule here. 

Jamie Rose’s Story – IAU Aix-en-Provence Global Studies and French (Peace Corps Prep minor) – Class of 2020 What she would like other students to know: During my semester abroad, I practiced French every day with an amazing host family and took courses on the Muslim presence in France and refugee politics in Europe. It was an enriching cultural and academic experience. A piece of advice to future study away students: Don’t be afraid to speak a foreign language while abroad! It’s okay to make

Photo courtesy of Dr. Rose McKenney To Nearby Clover Creek Residents, It is with great care and concern that I write to you and others interested in the health of the Clover Creek watershed. As an Environmental Studies major, I can confidently say that I found my vocation through the variety of courses that I have taken at Pacific Lutheran University. Captivated by nature’s indisputable beauty, a pivotal moment in my academic career was through the honorary privilege to extensively learn about

StilesChloe WilhelmDanielle Lisk``The Impact of Presidential Campaign Visits on Election Outcomes``PresentationAlec Miller``Localization of the agri-food industry a solution?``PresentationSierra Miller``District 26: Using Data to Create a Campaign Strategy``PresentationAndrew Northam``The Potential Political Effects of Biased Teaching in Social Studies and History``PresentationKeon Payne & Logan Berghoefer``Electronic Voting Methods``PresentationAaron Ristau``Capstone: Environmental Lobbying